Hi everyone. Today's technique is a combination of techniques (sponging, dry embossing, highlighting). You have probably done this before, but it's a good reminder to use this technique again. There are two videos ... one has a twist on the original technique.
Please check out the details for this month's technique and link to videos on the blog ...
This is how I made the card. I started by sponging the a card front of regular Neenah white card stock. I used three colours of Distress Oxide inks (Mustard Seed, Abandoned Coral, Picked Raspberry). I did it in (sort of) vertical strips; left my card front overnight to dry, but you can use a heat tool to speed things up.
I then embossed my ink blended card front using the Floral Field embossing folder (Simon Says Stamp). I used my white pigment ink pad (Glacier White - Ranger) to lightly tap over top of the embossing, which highlights the design. I let it dry and then did a few more coats of white ink tapping, drying in-between each time. The ink does take on the colour from underneath, but it gives a lovely muted look to the embossing.
To finish, I added a white die-cut of flowers (Painted Flower Stems die - Memory Box) and stamped a Simply Sentiment (Lawn Fawn) to finish.
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Here's what I learned when I experimented with this technique ...
- DOX inks work best to get a smooth blended transition between colours, but they also take longer to dry and bleed through more than dye inks
- Make sure to tap lightly with your white ink (or whatever colour you are using for highlights). If too much pressure is applied, the colour will go through to the background of the embossed panel.
- Try this with patterned paper or coloured card stock as the base.
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I made some more cards with this fun technique. This time I went tropical. Info on what I used is below in the card supplies ...
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.. and for Christmas ...
... and Winter-inspired. This time I randomly sponged the two colours instead of two separate colours that meet in the middle ...
Thanks for stopping by!
Card #1: (Spring)
Stamps: Simply Sentiments (Lawn Fawn)
Paper: White card stock (Neenah 110 lb.)Ink: Distress Oxide Inks: Mustard Seed, Abandoned Coral, Picked Raspberry (Tim Holtz); Glazier White pigment ink (Ranger)
Accessories: sponges, Floral Field embossing folder (Simon Says Stamp); Painted Flower Stems die (Memory Box)
Card #2: (Tropical)
Stamps: Simply Sentiments (Lawn Fawn)
Paper: White card stock (Neenah 110 lb.); Black card stock (SU!)Ink: Distress Oxide Inks: Mowed Lawn, Peacock Feathers (Tim Holtz); Glazier White pigment ink (Ranger); Black ink (Memento)
Accessories: sponges, Areca Palm embossing folder (Altenew); Pam tree die (AliExpress)
Card #3: (Christmas)
Stamps: Christmas Sentiments (Gina Marie Designs)
Paper: White card stock (Neenah 110 lb.)Ink: Distress Oxide Inks: Mowed Lawn, Salty Ocean (Tim Holtz); Glazier White pigment ink (Ranger)
Accessories: sponges, Gracious Leaves embossing folder (Memory Box); Pepperberry embossed and die-cuts (Simon Says Stamp)
Card #4: (Winter)
Stamps: n/a
Paper: White card stock (Neenah 110 lb.)Ink: Distress Oxide Inks: Speckled Egg, Iced Spruce (Tim Holtz); Glazier White pigment ink (Ranger)
Accessories: sponges, Gracious Leaves embossing folder (Memory Box); trio of trees die (AliExpress); sentiment die-cut (gift from friend)
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18 comments:
Lovely cards. I am too heavy handed to be successful with this technique.
I love all of your designs Loll - the first is so pretty with the colors blended left to right - the white ink highlighted the flowers nicely as well as the overlaid die cuts! Your tropical embossing is the perfect backdrop for your silhouette palms. The Gracious Leaves EF looks lovely as the background for your next two winter cards , I especially like the last one with the white trees in front! Even though the background is leaves and berries - my eye sees it as a snowfall! Julia xx
What a treasure trove of delight, Loll! I love the look of white pigment ink over embossed images - do I often remember to do so?? NO!
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So many beautiful examples of this technique Loll, you certainly have the perfect touch when laying down the highlights ♥
Your cards are all so wonderful, Loll. I have done inking over embossed colored cardstock but it's been a while since I've actually ink blended an entire card, especially dark enough for the white to show. I'm so glad you all do these technique tutorials. It's fun to retry things we've forgotten or learn new ones.
Wow Loll, four terrific examples of this technique and what wonderful colour combinations and the different looks with the flowers, leaves and leaves and berries and the great added die cuts over the top. It would be hard to choose a favourite but if pressed I think it would be the leaves and palm trees..probably because I'm wishing for brighter sunnier weather which unfortunately will not be here for at least three months. x
The bright colors of the first card are gorgeous, Lolly! The white die cut flowers really pop off that background! Love the tropical scene that works well for a guy or a gal! The winter embossing is pretty with the green and blue, but so dreamy with the random blue inking!
Gosh, I just love what those touches of white add to your amazing cards! These are all so pretty, Loll!
All of them are beautiful - and your white highlighting turned out so well. My favourite is of course the winter one - the blue shades are gorgeous and that embossing folder worked so well for the technique.
OMG...Four Gorgeous cards that show off the Seasons of the Year, Loll:-) I can not possibly choose a favorite designs...they are ALL so Beautiful, dear friend:-) Thank you so much for sharing:-) Love and Big Hugs Dear Friend:-)
What a fab array of cards Loll, this looks a fun technique to try if the results are anything like yours! :)
Lovely examples of ways to use this interesting technique - plenty of inspiration here. It's really good to be introduced to (or reminded of) different ways of working. Well done G of 7!!
These are gorgeous, each looks so distinct, with the different colours, beautiful designs too. I must revisit this technique. x
Wow, gorgeous cards Loll. Love the bright colors on the first card with those die cut white flowers. The Christmas cards are lovely too. Will definitely be doing this technique. Thanks for sharing.
WOW, WOW, WOW!!! All four of your cards are an absolute delight Loll! Your 1st card is my favorite because of the brightness, but those Christmas cards are especially beautiful too! Such a simple technique that really packs a punch! Thanks for sharing so many samples...LOVE them all!! Hugs. :0)
Your cards are so pretty and inspiring I feel like I want to try this right now! Only a few bazillion other things on my to-do list, but I'll add this on. Your embossing folder/die combos are perfect. Love the colors, Yup, putting it on my list!
Wonderful cards, Loll. I haven’t seen this technique before, thanks for the inspiration to add it to my list of techniques to try.
Liz xx
GOSH, these are all amazing, Loll! So pretty, lovely colors, and highlighting the embossing is such a great technique
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